<div><strong>GENERAL SUMMARY</strong></div><div>We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Azure Cloud Administrator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of producing quality deliverables and will play a crucial role in managing all facets of IT Administration related to BSF services/products hosted on the Microsoft Azure platform.<br><br></div><div>As an Azure Cloud Administrator, you will collaborate closely with multiple departments and development vendors to ensure that our Azure infrastructure operates at the highest levels of availability and performance. You will be responsible for monitoring the environment, identifying and resolving issues, and implementing best practices to optimize our cloud operations. Additionally, you will work with your team to develop and maintain comprehensive documentation and system diagrams.<br><br></div><div><strong>ESSENTIAL TO THE POSITION</strong></div><div>Must have received Jesus Christ as his/her personal Savior and be in full agreement with the Bible Study Fellowship Statement of Faith, Human Sexuality Policy, Core Values and Cultural Commitments.<br><br></div><div><strong>PRINCIPLE DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES</strong>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</div><ul><li>Manage all aspects of BSF’s Azure production environments – deployments, patching, monitoring, backups, and operational response.</li><li>Optimize system operations and resource utilization, and performs system capacity analysis and planning along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance</li><li>Manage the organization’s Entra ID and B2C Environments</li><li>Manage Azure DevOps processes and environments</li><li>Secure and protect Azure networks and systems from threats</li><li>Analyze and resolve complex problems associated with Azure networks and environments</li><li>Recommend design approaches and architectures for cloud-based systems</li><li>Maintain up-to-date documentation of system configuration and operating procedures</li><li>Works with Software Development teams to oversee DevOps and Azure environments</li><li>Administer Azure networks, servers, applications, storage, back-up and other data protection technologies&nbsp;</li><li>Provide technical assistance by responding to inquiries from others regarding errors, problems, or questions about software, hardware, systems, and infrastructure</li><li>Monitor performance and applying corrective action to ensure optimal performance</li><li>Manage work to meet milestones in accordance with the project plan and keeping management and project managers informed of issues and status</li><li>Be part of an emergency only after hours call rotation</li></ul><div><br><strong>CORE COMPETENCIES</strong></div><ul><li>Planning and Coordination</li><li>Organizational Skill</li><li>Excellent Verbal/Written Communication Skills</li><li>Customer Service Skills</li><li>Troubleshooting/Analytical Skills</li></ul><div><strong>&nbsp;</strong></div><div><strong>SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS, &amp; EXPERIENCE&nbsp;</strong></div><div>To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed above satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<br><br></div><div>Skills:&nbsp;</div><ul><li>Cloud Management and Azure Services: Must understand Azure Virtual Machines, Storage, Networking, and Azure Databases to setup and maintain cloud infrastructure</li><li>Security and Identity Management: Skills in managing security, identity, and release management within the Azure environment</li><li>Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Ability to monitor and troubleshoot issues within the Azure environment</li><li>Backup, Recovery, Disaster Management: Skills in managing backups, recovery, and other BC/DR tasks&nbsp;</li><li>Cost Optimization and Resource Management: Experience evaluating and optimizing costs and resources within Azure.&nbsp;</li><li>Documentation: Must have the ability to create and maintain technical documentation and system diagrams</li></ul><div><strong>&nbsp;</strong></div><div>Qualifications &amp; Experience:&nbsp;</div><ul><li>BS degree in Information Technology or related field or an equivalent combination of education or experience.&nbsp;</li><li>Five or more (5+) years working in the Information Technology field managing business critical cloud environments hosted in Microsoft Azure.&nbsp;</li><li>Two or more (2+) years working with software development teams or vendors in supporting dev and prod cloud environments.</li><li>Certified Azure Administrator (AZ-104) preferred.</li></ul><div><br><strong>Spiritual Requirements:&nbsp;<br></strong><br></div><div>Thorough understanding of the Christian faith, its doctrines, and the BSF Statement of Faith. Follow Matthew 18 principles in addressing issues with fellow employees. Studying the Bible in preparation for each weekday’s group meeting. Lead staff prayer time and your table group Bible study as reasonably requested. Prepare for and attend each Day of Prayer.&nbsp;<br><br></div><div>Employees must fulfill the performance standards of this position and comply with policies, guidelines and procedures of BSF, including those set out in the Employee Handbook or otherwise communicated (verbally or in writing) to employees.<br><br></div><div><strong>WORKING CONDITIONS</strong></div><ul><li>Modular office environment</li><li>Sitting for long periods of time</li><li>Possible eyestrain from looking at computer screen for long periods of time.&nbsp;</li><li>Travel twice a year to staff events hosted at HQ, or where designated, as required.</li></ul><div><br><strong>Additional Information</strong></div><ul><li>This position is located full-time in DFW.</li><li>Working hours are typically 7:30am - 5pm, Monday through Thursday with half days on Friday</li><li>BSF offers major medical, dental and life insurance as well as a generous vacation policy.&nbsp;</li></ul>

Azure Cloud Administrator

<div><strong>Overview<br></strong><br></div><div>Lifeway is seeking a <strong>Lead Security Engineer | Detection &amp; Response </strong>who plans and carries out security measures to monitor and protect sensitive data, networks and systems from infiltration and cyber-attacks. This role is responsible for the design, implementation, and support of a variety of complex projects supporting the SOC and security engineering functions. This role is a critical escalation point for Security Detection and has technical responsibility for the managed SOC and security engineering including the documentation of processes, procedures, and technical solutions.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Why Lifeway?</strong>&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Lifeway is a place where you can bring your faith and work experience to join in the most important mission in the world: making disciples of Jesus Christ. Whether you’re a creator or storyteller, data guru or problem-solver, or anywhere in between, if you’re passionate about serving the church, we have a place for you. Lifeway has a strong Work from Anywhere (WFA) culture that is deeply focused on our mission and values. While headquartered in Nashville, TN, many of our positions are remote-eligible and have autonomy and flexibility with work hours. We provide equipment and resources to ensure team members have access to a productive and ergonomic workspace. We believe building relationships and community is essential to how we work together, so Lifeway hosts all-team meetings several times per year and provides travel for key team gatherings for remote-based team members. Full-time employees are eligible for enrollment in our comprehensive benefits plans including healthcare, vacation and sick time, holiday pay, care days, 401(k) plan, maternity and paternity leave, adoption assistance, mission trip time, and more. If this sounds like a place where you would be excited to serve the kingdom of God, we would love for you to join our team.<br><strong><br>Responsibilities</strong></div><ul><li>Lives out<a href="https://www.lifeway.com/en/about/vision-values-mission"> Lifeway’s mission and values,</a> showing deep commitment to Kingdom work</li><li>Plan, Design, build, implement, and administers security systems and processes within a modern cloud computing environment</li><li>Designs cloud security solutions to ensure adequate protection, detection and response of the environment</li><li>Cultivate and manage relationships with 3rd parties (Managed detection &amp; response providers, partners, vendors), and other associated entities to ensure coverage of risks and agreements to performance</li><li>Partners cross functionally for security monitoring and incident response</li><li>Ensures information security practices are compliant with PCI and other standards and regulations</li><li>Leverage frameworks and threat modeling to help identify needs and drive maturity</li><li>Build and leverage metrics &amp; processes to ensure operational excellence and resolve technical problems</li></ul><div><strong><br>Qualifications<br></strong><br></div><div><strong>Education</strong></div><div>Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information technology, or related degree, <em>required</em></div><div>Master's degree, <em>not required</em></div><div>Advanced graduate degree (PhD, etc), <em>not required</em></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Skills, Knowledge, &amp; Experiences, required</strong></div><ul><li>Expert knowledge of cloud security solutions, anti-malware solutions, intrusion prevention, and web content filtering</li><li>Experience with cloud architecture and coding (AWS, GCP, Azure)</li><li>Expert knowledge of risk assessment tools, technologies, and methods</li><li>Strong knowledge of coding, technologies and methods</li><li>Strong ability to develop and execute incident response plans, identify root cause, and drive mitigations to prevent future occurrences</li><li>Strong ability to enumerate and address security control gaps, abnormal behavior patterns and attack techniques in cloud environments</li><li>Knowledge of applicable regulations and frameworks including PCI, NIST-CSF and MITRE ATT&amp;C</li><li>Actively involved in an evangelical Christian church</li></ul><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Skills, Knowledge, &amp; Experiences, preferred&nbsp;</strong></div><ul><li>CISSP, GIAC, CCSK, CCSP certifications</li><li>Familiarity with AWS Organizations Service Control Policies (SCP), Resource Control Policies (RCP), and Declarative Policies.</li><li>Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, CloudFormation), Containers and Serverless functions. (2+ years)</li></ul>

Lead Security Engineer (Detection & Response)

<div>Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Focus on the Family has nearly 700 employees who work to achieve the mission of enriching the lives of families, engaging the culture, advocating for life and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The work is meaningful, the culture is rewarding, and the purpose is eternal.<br><br></div><div>The Director, Software Engineering &amp; Architecture position exists to coach and provide strategic vision and direction to software engineers, site reliability engineers, and the ministry’s overall software architecture, ensuring effective development for and sustainability of the ministry’s digital products and enterprise applications. This role emphasizes leadership in software architecture—particularly with Salesforce and ERP applications—while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and empowerment in software and site reliability engineering. The position shares responsibility for selecting, optimizing, implementing, and supporting digital tools and platforms critical to organizational success.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Essential Duties/Responsibilities:</strong></div><div><strong>Leadership, Vision &amp; Strategy:</strong></div><ul><li>Develops and executes a strategic vision for software engineering and architecture</li><li>Engages senior leadership, external vendors, and business partners to align technical strategies with ministry objectives</li><li>Leads the architectural design, roadmap, and implementation of scalable, secure, and reliable enterprise applications</li><li>Ensures seamless integration of third-party and in-house applications, maintaining data consistency and system interoperability</li><li>Oversees architectural and engineering standards and governance frameworks while ensuring comprehensive documentation of architecture, runbooks, and key decisions for alignment and long-term knowledge retention</li><li>Oversees implementation of ministry security strategies for enterprise applications to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with data protection standards</li><li>Develops strategies to manage technical debt and ensure long-term system health</li><li>Guides adoption of modern technologies, including cloud solutions, DevOps practices, automated testing, and CI/CD pipelines, to enhance efficiency and innovation</li><li>Drives innovation and modernization initiatives to position the ministry as a leader in digital transformation and technology adoption</li><li>Serves as a key leader within the department, supporting and collaborating with peers as needed</li></ul><div><br><strong>Collaboration &amp; Coaching:</strong></div><ul><li>Leads a team of 10+ Software Engineers and Site Reliability Engineers, fostering a culture of empowerment, collaboration, and innovation</li><li>Cultivates a pipeline of future leaders by fostering skill development and preparing direct reports for increased responsibility</li><li>Partners with Digital Solutions leadership, teams, and business partners to provide high-level effort estimates, timelines, and priorities for key projects</li></ul><div><br><strong>Operational Excellence:</strong></div><ul><li>Optimizes development processes, quality assurance, and operational monitoring with a focus on automation, scalability, and continuous improvement</li><li>Oversees robust and proactive monitoring, alerting, and after-hours support processes to ensure system performance and reliability</li><li>Leads post-incident reviews to drive root cause analysis, implement actionable postmortems, and ensure&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; continuous improvement</li><li>Champions Agile mindset and methodologies within software and site reliability engineering to enhance delivery and responsiveness</li><li>Monitors emerging technologies, industry trends, and regulatory requirements, proposing solutions to address organizational needs</li><li>Collaborates with other department leadership to ensure development operations fit into larger operational excellence strategies and efforts</li></ul><div><br><strong>Metrics &amp; Reporting:</strong></div><ul><li>Defines, tracks, and reports key performance metrics—e.g., deployment frequency, change lead time, and Mean Time to Resolution (MTTR)—to measure success and drive continuous improvement</li><li>Contributes to the development and reporting of the department’s trimester scorecard</li><li>Leverages data insights to inform strategic decisions and optimize team performance</li></ul><div><br><strong>Other Duties/Responsibilities:</strong></div><ul><li>May provide after-hours and weekend support as necessary&nbsp;</li><li>Participates in on-going training opportunities</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned</li></ul><div><br><strong>Managerial Breadth/Scope of Job:</strong></div><ul><li>Directly supervises ~10 direct reports, including software engineers, site reliability engineers, and interns&nbsp;</li><li>Manages relationships with vendor and consultants for development projects and architectural initiatives<strong><br></strong><br></li></ul><div><strong>Working Environment/Physical Requirements:</strong></div><ul><li>Office environment with frequent computer use and occasional travel, domestic or international</li></ul><div><br><strong>JOB QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS</strong></div><div><strong>Character/Spiritual:</strong></div><div>Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2, “Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us...”</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20, “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to the <a href="http://media.focusonthefamily.com/fotf/pdf/about-us/human-resources/moral-policy.pdf">Standard of Moral Conduct</a> and <a href="http://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/foundational-values#values">Statement of Faith</a>; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer</div><div><br>Prays personally for Focus on the Family’s staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayer</div><div><br>Engages in Christian ministry</div><div><br>Demonstrates behaviors aligned with <a href="http://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/foundational-values#values">FOF core values</a></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Personal Characteristics:</strong></div><ul><li>A servant-leader who inspires and empowers others, fostering collaboration and innovation</li><li>Thrives in a team environment: approachable, trustworthy, and empathetic</li><li>Self-motivated and resourceful, capable of managing multiple priorities with minimal supervision</li><li>Visionary thinker with the ability to synthesize complex concepts into actionable plans</li><li>Resilient and adaptable to change, maintaining a positive attitude under pressure</li><li>Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement</li><li>Demonstrates humility and a willingness to learn from others</li></ul><div><br><strong>Knowledge/Experience:</strong></div><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience&nbsp;</li><li>10+ years of experience in software engineering or development, including 5+ years leading technical teams in a director-level role or equivalent</li><li>Expertise in software architecture, with hands-on experience in Salesforce, including triggers, flows, validations, Apex classes, Scale Center, etc.</li><li>Expertise in software architecture, with hands-on experience in ERP platforms (e.g., Workday)</li><li>Proven success in implementing scalable, secure, and reliable enterprise applications</li><li>Comprehensive understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies (Kanban, Scrum, etc.) and mindset</li><li>Familiarity with modern development practices, including DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, cloud computing, microservices architecture, infrastructure as code, Git, message queues, etc.</li><li>Experience with data integration strategies, APIs, middleware, and enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF)</li><li>Knowledge of software quality assurance processes and automation tools</li><li>Marketing, branding, or digital strategy experience is a plus</li></ul><div><br><strong>Skills, Abilities, and Special Talents/Gifts:</strong></div><ul><li>Ability to create and articulate a compelling vision for software architecture and engineering that aligns with organizational goals</li><li>Strong leadership skills, with a focus on coaching, mentoring, and team development</li><li>Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with technical and non-technical business partners</li><li>Analytical mindset with the ability to assess complex problems, identify trends, and recommend strategic solutions</li><li>Proficiency in strategic planning, project management, and resource allocation</li><li>Demonstrated ability to negotiate effectively, fostering win-win outcomes in challenging situations</li><li>Strong organizational skills with an ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Competency in fostering a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous learning</li><li>High emotional intelligence (EQ), particularly in conflict resolution and team dynamics</li><li>Skilled in public speaking and presenting technical information to executive leadership and large groups</li></ul><div><br><strong>Stewardship Requirements:</strong></div><ul><li>Adheres to FOF principles of stewardship by using time and resources efficiently</li><li>Creates, manages, and executes portions of the department budget, as assigned</li></ul><div><br><strong>Salary Range: </strong>$106,080 to $125,840/yr&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<br><br></div><div><strong>Application Materials Required: </strong>Cover Letter, Resume/CV</div><div><strong><em>*Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove any age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized&nbsp; for redacting or removing this information.</em></strong></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Application Materials Instructions: </strong>Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Focus on the Family puts a high value on our team members and offers a unique benefit package.</strong></div><div><strong><br>Employees scheduled for 20 hours or more per week are eligible for:</strong></div><ul><li>Norton LifeLock ID Theft Coverage</li><li>Legal Shield/ID Shield Coverage</li><li>AFLAC</li><li>403B Retirement Plan</li><li>Vacation Time &amp; Vacation Payout</li><li>Sick Time</li><li>Holidays</li><li>Service Awards</li><li>Community Service Days</li><li>Bookstore Discount</li><li>Fitness Center</li></ul><div><br><strong>Employees scheduled for 30 hours or more per week are eligible for all the above and:</strong></div><ul><li>Medical Plan</li><li>Dental Plan</li><li>Vision Plan</li><li>Life Insurance</li><li>Disability Insurance</li><li>Flexible Spending Accounts</li><li>EAP (Employee Assistance Program)</li><li>Tuition Reimbursement</li><li>Warehouse Membership Reimbursement</li></ul><div><br><strong><em>Note</em></strong><em>: This is a summary and should not be construed as future promises to continue to provide benefits as outlined above. For complete and definitive language, refer to the governing plan documents.&nbsp;</em></div><div><strong>*Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits, except for:</strong></div><ul><li>Sick Time</li><li>Bookstore Discount</li><li>Fitness Center</li></ul><div><strong>Tentative Search Timeline:<br></strong><br></div><ul><li>Priority will be given to applications submitted by March 13, 2025. However, this posting will remain open until filled.&nbsp;</li><li>The potential employee start date is March 17, 2025<strong>.&nbsp;</strong></li></ul>

Director, Software Engineering & Architecture

<div><strong><em>*Must live in the Dallas/Fort Worth, TX area— This is an onsite position. *&nbsp;<br></em></strong><br></div><div><em>Enable Resource Group is seeking a mission-minded Strategy Consultant to join our growing team!&nbsp;<br></em><br></div><div>Since 2000, Enable Ministry Partners, a division of Enable Resource Group, has managed and supported IT solutions for hundreds of churches across the country. By helping our church clients effectively employ technology in ministry efforts, they are better able to steward their resources toward Kingdom work in local communities and around the world. As we provide technology strategy plans, AI consulting, project management, help desk support, onsite assistance, technology audits and other services, our church staffs are freed up to focus on ministry, worship, and growing in love for God and others. At Enable, we're in more than just the IT business; we’re in the people and relationship business, with a mission to Change Lives by Serving Those Who Serve.&nbsp;<br><br></div><div>&nbsp;As a Strategy Consultant, you will act as a virtual IT Director for multiple clients simultaneously across Enable's client base. Your role is to define and execute clients’ technology roadmaps by connecting organizational and ministerial objectives with the appropriate technical solutions. You will play a key role in Enable's service delivery model through job functions such as IT strategy consulting, project management, budget planning, and sales support. Our Strategy Consultants are trusted advisors for our clients, and they prioritize the building and maintaining of relationships throughout their partnerships.&nbsp;<br><br></div><div>&nbsp;<strong>Key Responsibilities:&nbsp;</strong></div><ul><li>Advise, equip, and empower clients to make decisions regarding their technology roadmap through effective explanations of technical concepts and Enable's IT stack. &nbsp;</li><li>Perform project leadership and management responsibilities to ensure that projects are executed excellently.</li><li>Prepare, propose, and manage client IT budgets and timelines. Communicate with clients to help provide the justification necessary to secure funding for IT needs.</li><li>Execute the client’s technology roadmap by communicating with the client and internal resources to maintain momentum and hold each other accountable to the agreed-upon strategy.</li><li>Work with vendors and partners, such as ISPs, copier/printer vendors, software manufacturers, surveillance vendors, etc., including writing and reviewing RFPs for solutions by other providers.</li><li>Build relationships and engage in Quarterly Partnership Reviews to ensure that Enable is serving the client in their best interest.</li><li>Keep all relevant parties informed about strategy, project progress, and updates. Act as the point person for these projects.</li><li>Provide technical expertise during the sales process and assist with proposals and technology assessments.</li></ul><div><br>&nbsp;<strong>Required Skills:&nbsp;</strong></div><ul><li>Extensive experience in IT-related fields, preferably among roles involving project and budget management, consulting, or business analysis&nbsp;</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills (with the ability to prepare &amp; present proposals to clients)&nbsp;</li><li>Proven ability to build relationships, built on mutual trust, with teammates and clients&nbsp;</li><li>Proven ability to lead teams and clients to accomplish clear goals and objectives</li><li>High level understanding of small and medium business technologies such as:&nbsp;<ul><li>Cloud services&nbsp;</li><li>Microsoft and Apple ecosystems&nbsp;</li><li>Wired and wireless networking technologies&nbsp;</li><li>Voice solutions&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Ability to create unique strategies and solutions for multiple, diverse clients, keeping in mind the unique needs, goals, culture, etc. of each&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to learn new technical concepts and their relationships to other technologies rapidly&nbsp;</li><li>Familiarity with Microsoft 365 and/or Google Workspace, ideally both as a user and an administrator&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to undergo and pass a background check in accordance with state and federal laws&nbsp;</li><li>Valid drivers’ license and reliable transportation</li></ul><div><br><strong>&nbsp;Preferred Skills:&nbsp;</strong></div><ul><li>A bachelor's degree in a related area of study&nbsp;</li><li>Experience in a Managed Service Provider and/or consulting environment&nbsp;</li><li>Experience directly working in a church or nonprofit setting&nbsp;</li><li>Experience with Managed Service Provider tools is a plus: &nbsp;<ul><li>Lifecycle Insights&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>ConnectWise PSA&nbsp;</li><li>Hudu&nbsp;</li></ul><div><em>&nbsp;<br>At Enable, we put people and relationships first. One way we accomplish this is by providing comprehensive benefits that enhance the Enable experience.</em>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Benefits:&nbsp;</strong></div><ul><li>Fantastic company culture</li><li>Great work/life balance</li><li>Competitive salary</li><li>Competitive health benefits</li><li>3 weeks of PTO &amp; major holidays</li><li>401k with a match</li><li>Growth opportunities</li><li>And much more!</li></ul><div><strong><em>&nbsp;<br>By joining our team, you have an outlet to contribute your professional skills and immediately become part of a life-changing impact. We can't wait to meet you!&nbsp;<br></em></strong><br></div>

IT Strategy Consultant/vCIO

<div><strong>Get Involved!<br></strong><br></div><div>Samaritan's Purse is looking for a Support &amp; Implementation Specialist to join our Internal Cloud team remotely. This position is the primary technical point of contact for partner organizations, guiding partners through the successful implementation and ongoing utilization of our Ark Cloud Services (ACS) platform. &nbsp;</div><div><strong>A day in the life of a Support &amp; Implementation Specialist:</strong></div><div><br></div><div>At Samaritan's Purse, the Gospel really is the center of all we do!&nbsp; We start each day with a time of devotions and spend time praying for each other, our staff, and volunteers who serve around the globe.<br><br></div><div><strong>In the role of Support &amp; Implementation Specialist, you will have the opportunity to:<br></strong><br></div><ul><li>Maintain a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ.</li><li>Diagnose and resolves technical issues reported by partners, providing timely and effective solutions to minimize service disruptions</li><li>Guide partners through the configuration of ACS products according to partner needs, tailoring settings and features to meet specific business requirements</li><li>Provides technical documentation, best practices, and hands-on support to partners during the deployment of ACS solutions</li><li>Assist the Senior Implementation Consultant in guiding partners through the initial setup process for ACS, including account creation, configuration, and data migration&nbsp;</li><li>Provide consulting to partners regarding integrating ACS products with existing systems and workflows&nbsp;</li><li>Work with the Senior Implementation Consultant to develop and deliver training materials and documentation for partners on ACS functionality, best practices, and troubleshooting techniques</li><li>Manage support tickets, track partner issues, and ensure prompt and efficient resolution</li><li>Contribute to the development and maintenance of an internal knowledge base with documented solutions, FAQs, and technical guidance for ACS &nbsp;</li><li>Foster strong relationships with partners, actively communicating updates, changes, and new features related to ACS<br>Monitor partner usage patterns and identify potential issues before they escalate, offering proactive advice and support &nbsp;</li><li>Gather feedback from partners on ACS products and support processes, identifies areas for improvement, and suggests enhancements</li></ul><div><br></div><div><strong>Qualifications &amp; Experience:<br></strong><br></div><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.</li><li>Thorough knowledge of various implementation and cloud tools, techniques, and methodologies to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical problems in public cloud environments.</li><li>Strong technical aptitude and experience working with cloud technologies, such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud or OpenStack.<br><br></li></ul><div><strong>Job Location: Remote<br></strong><br></div><div><strong>Type:&nbsp; </strong>Full-Time<br><br></div><div><strong>Language Requirement:&nbsp; </strong>Fluency in English (required)<br><br></div><div><strong>Benefits:</strong></div><ul><li>On-site Medical Clinic (staff and dependents)&nbsp;</li><li>Medical, prescription, dental &amp; vision insurance</li><li>Flexible Spending Account (FSA)</li><li>Long-term and Short-term disability insurance</li><li>Paid Family Medical Leave&nbsp;</li><li>Term Life Insurance</li><li>401(k) retirement savings plan</li><li>10 paid holidays</li><li>12 vacation/personal days</li><li>10 sick days</li></ul><div><br><strong>Samaritan's Purse Mission Statement:</strong></div><div>Samaritan's Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan's Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God's love through His Son, Jesus Christ. The organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.</div><div><br><strong>Samaritan's Purse Statement of Faith:</strong></div><ul><li>We believe the Bible to be the inspired, the only infallible, authoritative Word of God. 1 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Timothy 3:15-17.</li><li>We believe that there is one God, eternally existent in three persons:&nbsp; Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.&nbsp; Matthew 28:19; John 10:30; Ephesians 4:4-6.</li><li>We believe in the deity of the Lord Jesus Christ, in His virgin birth, in His sinless life, in His miracles, in His vicarious and atoning death through His shed blood on the cross, in His bodily resurrection, in His ascension to the right hand of the Father, and in His personal return in power and glory. Matthew 1:23; John 1:1-4 and 1:29; Acts 1:11 and 2:22-24; Romans 8:34; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Philippians 2:5-11; Hebrews 1:1-4 and 4:15.</li><li>We believe that all men everywhere are lost and face the judgment of God, that Jesus Christ is the only way of salvation, and that for the salvation of lost and sinful man, repentance of sin and faith in Jesus Christ results in regeneration by the Holy Spirit.&nbsp; Luke 24:46-47; John 14:6; Acts 4:12; Romans 3:23; 2 Corinthians 5:10-11; Ephesians 1:7 and 2:89; Titus 3:4-7.</li><li>We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit, whose indwelling enables the Christian to live a godly life.&nbsp; John 3:5-8; Acts 1:8 and 4:31; Romans 8:9; 1 Corinthians 2:14; Galatians 5:16-18; Ephesians 6:12; Colossians 2:6-10.</li><li>We believe in the resurrection of both the saved and the lost; the saved unto the resurrection of eternal life and the lost unto the resurrection of damnation and eternal punishment.&nbsp; 1 Corinthians 15:51-57; Revelation 20:11-15.</li><li>We believe in the spiritual unity of believers in the Lord Jesus Christ and that all true believers are members of His body, the church.&nbsp; 1 Corinthians 12:12, 27; Ephesians 1:22-23.</li><li>We believe that the ministry of evangelism and discipleship a responsibility of all followers of Jesus Christ.&nbsp; Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Romans 10:9-15; 1 Peter 3:15.</li><li>We believe Gods plan for human sexuality is to be expressed only within the context of marriage, that God created man and woman as unique biological persons made to complete each other. God instituted monogamous marriage between male and female as the foundation of the family and the basic structure of human society. For this reason, we believe that marriage is exclusively the union of one genetic male and one genetic female. Genesis 2:24; Matthew 19:5-6; Mark 10:6-9; Romans 1:26-27; 1 Corinthians 6:9.</li><li>We believe that we must dedicate ourselves to prayer, to the service of our Lord, to His authority over our lives, and to the ministry of evangelism.&nbsp; Matthew 9:35-38; 22:37-39, 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Romans 10:9-15 and 12:20-21; Galatians 6:10; Colossians 2:6-10; 1 Peter 3:15.</li><li>We believe that human life is sacred from conception to its natural end; and that we must have concern for the physical and spiritual needs of our fellowmen. Psalm 139:13; Isaiah 49:1; Jeremiah 1:5; Matthew 22:37-39; Romans 12:20-21; Galatians 6:10.</li><li>We believe that God wonderfully and immutably creates each person biological male or female. These two distinct but complementary sexes together reflect the image and likeness of God. Rejection of ones biological sex is a rejection of Gods merciful design and creative order.&nbsp; Genesis 1:26-27;1 Corinthians 6:9; Deuteronomy 22:5</li></ul>

Support & Implementation Specialist

<div><strong>Location: </strong>Golden, CO (On-Site, 5 days/week)</div><div><strong>Hours</strong>: Full-time</div><div><br><strong>Position Mission</strong></div><div>The <strong>Director of IT</strong> is responsible for overseeing FOCUS’s technology infrastructure and strategy to ensure the organization’s systems, networks, and services support its mission and daily operations effectively. Reporting to the VP of IT, the Director of IT leads a multi-disciplinary team of IT professionals, manages vendor relationships, and oversees IT budgeting, security, and compliance. The role requires high-level strategic thinking, hands-on IT experience, and strong leadership skills to foster innovation, efficiency, and reliability in all technical areas. This is a full-time, on-site position in Golden, Colorado.</div><div><br><strong>Position Responsibilities</strong></div><div><strong>1. Strategy &amp; Leadership</strong></div><ul><li><strong>Technology Strategy &amp; Roadmap</strong>: Collaborate with the VP of IT to develop and execute a multi-year technology roadmap that aligns with FOCUS’s mission, strategic goals, and growth trajectory.</li><li><strong>Team Leadership &amp; Development</strong>: Recruit, mentor, train, and manage a team of IT professionals (infrastructure, help desk, security, etc.). Encourage a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and accountability.</li><li><strong>Cross-Functional Collaboration</strong>: Partner with other departments (Finance, Operations, Mission Development, etc.) to understand technological needs, identify opportunities for process improvement, and drive technology-enabled solutions.</li></ul><div><strong>2. Infrastructure &amp; Operations</strong></div><ul><li><strong>Systems &amp; Network Management</strong>: Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of all IT systems, including servers, networks, cloud environments, and telecommunications. Ensure high availability, reliability, and security.</li><li><strong>Help Desk &amp; Support</strong>: Supervise user support services to provide timely and effective resolution of hardware, software, and network issues. Establish and track performance metrics (e.g., ticket resolution time, user satisfaction) to continuously improve service levels.</li><li><strong>Vendor &amp; Service Provider Management</strong>: Manage relationships with external partners (hardware/software vendors, managed service providers, etc.), including contract negotiation, service level agreements, and performance monitoring.</li></ul><div><strong>3. Security &amp; Compliance</strong></div><ul><li><strong>Cybersecurity</strong>: Develop and maintain a robust cybersecurity program, including threat assessments, vulnerability management, incident response, and training programs to ensure organization-wide security awareness.</li><li><strong>Compliance &amp; Risk Management</strong>: Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and internal policies. Perform regular audits and risk assessments, implementing best practices to protect sensitive data.</li><li><strong>Disaster Recovery &amp; Business Continuity</strong>: Define and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans. Oversee periodic testing of backup systems and processes to ensure minimal downtime in the event of a crisis.</li></ul><div><strong>4. Project Management</strong></div><ul><li><strong>Project Oversight</strong>: Lead and manage complex IT projects from ideation to completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.</li><li><strong>Stakeholder Engagement</strong>: Communicate project goals, progress, and updates to leadership and relevant teams. Provide clear guidance and set realistic expectations regarding resource needs and timelines.</li><li><strong>Change Management</strong>: Develop and implement change management strategies to minimize disruption and enhance user adoption of new systems and technologies.</li></ul><div><strong>5. Budgeting &amp; Resource Allocation</strong></div><ul><li><strong>Annual IT Budget</strong>: In collaboration with the VP of IT, develop and manage the annual IT budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness and alignment with organizational priorities.</li><li><strong>Resource Planning</strong>: Optimize resource allocation to balance day-to-day support needs with strategic initiatives. Make data-driven recommendations regarding new tools, upgrades, and services.</li></ul><div><strong>6. Organizational &amp; Mission Alignment</strong></div><ul><li><strong>Mission Support</strong>: Understand and support FOCUS’s Catholic mission, integrating its values into decision-making and team culture.</li><li><strong>Community Engagement</strong>: Collaborate with organizational leadership and stakeholders to leverage technology in support of evangelization efforts, donor engagement, and community outreach.</li><li><strong>Training &amp; Evangelization</strong>: Encourage IT best practices and empower staff, missionaries, and students (when applicable) through training programs that enhance technology usage and alignment with the organization’s evangelistic focus.</li></ul><div><br><strong>Qualifications</strong></div><ul><li><strong>Education</strong>:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field required.</li><li>Master’s degree in a relevant field or MBA preferred.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Experience</strong>:<ul><li>8+ years of progressive experience in IT management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role (Director, Senior Manager, or equivalent).</li><li>Proven experience managing infrastructure, cloud services, and cybersecurity programs.</li><li>Experience in a non-profit or mission-driven organization is a plus.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Technical Skills</strong>:<ul><li>Deep knowledge of network protocols, server technologies, virtualization, and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).</li><li>Familiarity with data management, CRM systems, and ERP platforms.</li><li>Robust understanding of IT security frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS, ISO 27001) and compliance requirements (e.g., PCI-DSS, GDPR).</li></ul></li><li><strong>Leadership &amp; Interpersonal Skills</strong>:<ul><li>Strong strategic thinking, with the ability to translate organizational needs into practical technology strategies.</li><li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop teams.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Mission &amp; Values Alignment</strong>:<ul><li>Commitment to uphold and support FOCUS’s Catholic mission and values.</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively in a faith-based environment, respecting the Catholic identity of the organization.</li></ul></li></ul><div><br><strong>Compensation &amp; Benefits</strong></div><div>For this role, we anticipate paying <strong>$120,000 - $160,000/year</strong>. This range is an estimate. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the provided range and will be adjusted based on various factors including qualifications, experience, abilities, geographic location, and duties.</div><div><br>As a FOCUS staff member, you and your family will have access to several benefits that are designed to help care for the whole person and make your career at FOCUS rewarding. You will receive:</div><ul><li>Medical, Vision and Dental insurance</li><li>Ability to contribute to a Health Savings Account</li><li>Employer-provided life insurance</li><li>Long-term disability insurance</li><li>Option to purchase additional life insurance for yourself, your spouse and your child(ren)</li><li>403(b) retirement plan with a discretionary employer-match for eligible staff</li><li>Option to purchase LifeLock Identity Protection</li><li>Integrity-based Paid Time Off</li><li>Paid parental leave</li><li>We observe many paid holidays recognized by fellow Americans and also some of the feast days of Holy Mother Church. In addition, we recognize the Sacred Christmas Respite by closing the office from December 24-January 1 each year.</li></ul><div><br>Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold (full-time, part-time or temporary), and your tenure with FOCUS. Specific benefits may change at FOCUS's discretion.&nbsp;</div>

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